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Walking Wisdom: Three Generations, Two Dogs, and the Search for a Happy Life
by Deepak Chopra Gotham ChopraIf it wasn't for dogs, some people would never go for a walk.--anonymousGotham Chopra considers himself a pretty average guy. He devours pizza, lives and dies by his hometown teams, and watches Kung Fu Panda with his son--daily. But his childhood wasn't quite so average. Growing up, Gotham was exposed to the deepest reservoirs of knowledge that his famous father, Deepak, could find; his childhood was part spiritual, part scientific, and totally unique. Now a newly minted father himself, he's contemplating the influences he wants to draw on for his own son. The first was no surprise: his father. The second was unexpected: his dogs.From Nicholas, the blaze of energy and anarchy who turned the family upside down, to Cleo, a rescue mutt with food issues, the Chopra dogs taught the family about curiosity and wisdom, open-mindedness and passion, not to mention loyalty and pig's ears. But what else, Gotham wondered? And how did these lessons compare to the ones that Deepak himself imparted?Gotham would soon find out. When his mother took an unexpected trip to India and leaves instructions to look after Papa, father and son have an opportunity for male bonding on a big scale. That this bonding takes place on their daily walks seems almost natural. After all, Gotham also had in his care a nervous dog and an exuberant toddler, both with an insatiable need for exercise and exploration. So Gotham and Deepak walk and talk, discussing the laughs and licks that come with having a dog, along with the contradictions, complexities, and consequences of having children. They soon realize the qualities they observe and admire most in their pets are values we humans would do well to nurture within ourselves. They discover that our best friends have a lot to teach us.Gotham and Deepak's message may seem simple, but therein lies its brilliance. Heartfelt, endearing, and above all down to earth, Walking Wisdom offers readers both enlightenment and comfort, with a little bit of mayhem thrown in for good measure.
Walking With Cattle: In Search of the Last Drovers of Uist
by Terry J. Williams&“In careful prose, and with black and white photographs, [Williams] makes a fascinating way of life both grounded and heroic.&” —TheScotsman Droving was once the lifeblood of Scotland&’s rural economy, and for centuries Scotland&’s glens and mountain passes were alive with thousands of cattle making their way to the market trysts of Crieff and Falkirk. With the Industrial Revolution, ships, railways, and eventually lorries took over the drovers&’ trade, and by the early twentieth century, the age-old droving tradition was all but dead. Except, however, in the Western Isles, where droving on foot continued until the mid-1960s, when MacBrayne&’s introduced a new generation of ferries capable of bringing livestock lorries to the islands. In this book, Terry J. Williams follows the route of the drovers and their cattle from the remote Atlantic coast of Uist to the Highland marts. Travelling by campervan and armed with a voice recorder, a collection of archive photographs, and a set of maps marked with the old market stances, she seeks out the last surviving drovers. The resulting narrative is an extraordinary insight into a lost world, told through the voices of the few remaining individuals who remember the days of walking with cattle.
Walking With Gorillas: The Journey of an African Wildlife Vet
by Dr. Gladys Kalema-ZikusokaAn Inspiring Memoir, for Fans of Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Frans De Waal. In her enchanting memoir, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Uganda&’s first wildlife veterinarian, tells the remarkable story from her animal-loving childhood to her career protecting endangered mountain gorillas and other wild animals. She is also the defender of people as a groundbreaking promoter of human public health and an advocate for revolutionary integrated approaches to saving our planet. In an increasingly interconnected world, animal and human health alike depend on sustainable solutions and Dr. Gladys has developed an innovative approach to conservation among the endangered Mountain Gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and their human neighbors.Walking with Gorillas takes the reader on an incredible personal journey with Dr. Gladys, from her early days as a student in Uganda, enduring the assassination of her father during a military coup, to her veterinarian education in England to establishing the first veterinary department for the Ugandan government to founding one of the first organizations in the world that enables people to coexist with wildlife through improving the health and wellbeing of both. Her award-winning approach reduced the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on critically endangered mountain gorillas. In the face of discrimination and a male dominated world, one woman&’s passion and determination to build a brighter future for the local wildlife and human community offers inspiration and insights into what is truly possible for our planet when we come together.
Walking With My Dog Through (End of) Life
by Carol HulsePet loss, anticipated or otherwise, is often an extremely challenging time for any animal lover. <P><P>Walking With My Dog Through (End of) Life shares how the last few months of a cherished animal's life can also be a time of many gifts including deepened love and connection, and transformational life lessons. <P><P>A beautiful dog named Silver magically came into Carol’s life three weeks before the death of her beloved husband Martin. Silver’s steady and joyful presence and their deep bond supported Carol through many life challenges. Experiencing the amazing healing power of animals inspired Carol to help animals to live their best lives possible. <P><P>Silver’s terminal diagnosis in June 2015 abruptly changed their world... <P><P>While walking through Silver’s end-of-life journey together, Carol gained firsthand experience about responding to a cherished animal companion’s terminal diagnosis and recovery from emergency surgery, providing animal hospice care and helping the animal prepare for a gentle, natural and peaceful death. Although challenging and exhausting at times, Carol wouldn’t have missed this amazing experience, full of love and life lessons, for anything!
Walking with Peety: How An Overweight, Middle-aged Shelter Dog Saved My Overweight, Middle-aged Self
by Mark Dagostino Eric O'GreyEric was 150 pounds overweight, depressed, and sick. After a lifetime of failed diet attempts, and the onset of type 2 diabetes due to his weight, Eric went to a new doctor, who surprisingly prescribed a shelter dog. And that's when Eric met Peety: an overweight, middle-aged, and forgotten dog who, like Eric, had seen better days. The two adopted each other and began an incredible journey together, forming a bond of unconditional love that forever changed their lives. Over the next year, just by going on walks, playing together, and eating plant-based foods, Eric lost 150 pounds, and Peety lost 25. As a result, Eric reversed his diabetes, got off all medication, and became happy and healthy for the first time in his life-eventually reconnecting with and marrying his high school sweetheart. WALKING WITH PEETY is for anyone who is ready to make a change in his or her life, and for everyone who knows the joy, love, and hope that dogs can bring. This is more than a tale of mutual rescue. This is an epic story of friendship and strength.
Walking With Prehistoric Beasts
by Timothy D. Haines Daren Horley Dorling Kindersley Publishing StaffSince the dinosaurs died out over 65 million years ago our planet has been dominated by mammals. A succession of bizarre evolutionary specimens have come and gone -- from walking whales to sabre-toothed cats -- yet many of these magnificent creatures have never been visualized before. Now, for the first time, spectacular and unfamiliar animals are recreated and set in the context of their world. Walking with Prehistoric Beasts reveals the extraordinary ancestors of modern mammals and the arrival of man, bringing to life the roots of our heritage. Following on from the hugely-acclaimed Walking with Dinosuars, Walking with Prehistoric Beasts recreates the creatures and landscapes of post-dinosaur Earth; transporting us to the icy plains of the mammoth, dark forests stalked by giant carnivorous birds, and deserts dominated by 16 ton Indricotheres. From the tiny fruit-eating primate Apidium, to the powerful chalicotheres, whose curved claws forced them to walk on their knuckles, the lives of these little known creatures are vividly brought to life. Meet the bizarre hose-nosed Macrauchenia, and the Deodicurus, a giant armadillo with a spiked club for a tail; run with cat-sized horses and rhino-sized carnivorous pigs, hunt with the skull-crushing Andrewsarchus, and walk with the very first humans. Illustrated boxes describe the latest scientific evidence that led to the reconsturctions of these creatures, while character boxes provide information on behavior and habitats. The text is illustrated throughout with ground-breaking computer graphic images to offer a unique record of lost worlds never seen before and reveal many of the most spectacular periods in Earth's history. Also available, accompanying the Walking with Prehistoric Beasts TV series, are books for children, home videos, a DVD, and a CD of the soundtrack from the series.
Walking with Sausage Dogs
by Matt WhymanKeeping pets is a lovely idea. When building a family, they complement the kids. But what happens when things get out of hand? For writer and house husband, Matt Whyman, it's a case of catastrophe management in coping with four children and all the ill-advised animals amassed by his career wife, Emma. Just as Matt gets to grips with managing her two maxed out minipigs, she falls for a miniature Dachshund - the kind of dog he wouldn't be seen dead with. Hercules isn't big or clever, but Emma is determined. She'll do everything, she promises... From the author of Pig in the Middle
Walking with Sausage Dogs
by Matt WhymanKeeping pets is a lovely idea. When building a family, they complement the kids. But what happens when things get out of hand? For writer and house husband, Matt Whyman, it's a case of catastrophe management in coping with four children and all the ill-advised animals amassed by his career wife, Emma. Just as Matt gets to grips with managing her two maxed out minipigs, she falls for a miniature Dachshund - the kind of dog he wouldn't be seen dead with. Hercules isn't big or clever, but Emma is determined. She'll do everything, she promises... From the author of Pig in the Middle
The Wall and the Wing
by Laura RubyA few, nicknamed leadfeet, are forced to forever spend their lives closer to the ground. But one night, a girl named Gurl--a leadfoot, an orphan, a nobody--discovers that she can do something much better than fly. She can become invisible. Along with a new friend, a boy named Bug, Gurl begins a quest that takes her on a wild ride through the magical city, all the way to the handsome but lethal Sweetcheeks Grabowski--the gangster who holds the key to Gurl's past ... and the world's future.
The Wall of Birds: One Planet, 243 Families, 375 Million Years
by Jane Kim Thayer WalkerA celebration of the diversity and evolution of birds, as depicted in the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's magnificent 2,500-square-foot Wall of Birds mural by artist Jane Kim.Part homage, part artistic and sociological journey, The Wall of Birds tells the story of birds' remarkable 375-million-year evolution. With a foreword by John W. Fitzpatrick, director of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and full of lush photographs of gorgeous life-size birds painted in exacting detail, The Wall of Birds lets readers explore these amazing creatures family by family and continent by continent. Throughout, beautifully crafted narratives and intimate artistic reflections tell of the evolutionary forces that created birds' dazzling variety of forms and colors, and reveal powerful lessons about birds that are surprisingly relevant to contemporary human challenges.From the tiny five-inch Marvelous Spatuletail hummingbird to the monstrous thirty-foot Yutyrannus, The Wall of Birds is a visual feast, essential for bird enthusiasts, naturalists, and art lovers alike.
Wallace
by Jim GorantToday, Wallace is a champion. But in the summer of 2005, he was living in a shelter, a refugee from a suspicious pit bull-breeding operation. Then came Andrew "Roo" Yori. A scientist and shelter volunteer, Roo immediately saw that Wallace was special. While on his honeymoon, Roo learned that Wallace was about to be put down. Frantic-and even though they already had two dogs-Roo and his wife fought to keep Wallace alive until they could return home to adopt him. Roo knew Wallace needed a mission, and fate led them to the world of competitive Frisbee dogs. It seemed like a terrible idea. Pit bulls are everything that most Frisbee dogs aren't: large and heavy. But that was fine with Roo-because part of his mission was to alter the perception of pit bulls. After overcoming everything from injuries to prejudice, the unlikely pair became World Champions. Wallace will capture the hearts of animal lovers everywhere-and help rescue this breed's unfairly tarnished reputation.
Wallace's Lists
by Barbara Bottner Gerald KruglikAges 4-7. Wallace, a mouse, could do almost anything. Anything, that is, as long as he had a list. 1. Wallace is a shy mouse. 2. He writes lists. Lists of recipes, funny words, and frightening experiences. 3. Wallace meets his lively neighbor named Albert. 4. His world is swiftly opened to new delights, such as painting and music. 5. Wallace and Albert experience the excitement of an adventure, and Wallace discovers a new joy ... 6. Friendship.
Walleye: A Beautiful Fish of the Dark
by Paul J. RadomskiWalleye, the holy grail of game fish: on catching them, understanding their biology and history, and ensuring their survival Among the more than 34,000 species of fish, few have the walleye&’s following—among anglers and diners, states conferring official status on the fish, and towns battling for recognition as the Walleye Capital of the World. And among those passionate fans, few know the walleye as well as Paul J. Radomski does—a fisheries biologist, lake ecology scientist, and old fisherman. In Walleye: A Beautiful Fish of the Dark he unspools the mysteries of this fascinating fish.Radomski looks at walleye from every angle, with something to say to the curious naturalist, committed ecologist, and avid fishing enthusiast. People who view walleye as the &“lion of the lakes&” might be surprised to learn that rivers are their ancestral habitat. Some might wonder about the name &“wall-eye,&” a nod to an evolutionary adaptation to dark water environments. Others might simply ask: why walleye? What are they, where do they exist, how do they survive, and how have people come to depend on them? Radomski discusses the principles and pitfalls of managing this predator of the twilight (and the history and methods of doing so) and shares his informed perspective on when and where stocking is prudent. Finally, he explores three of the best walleye lakes: Winnebago, the largest inland walleye fishery in Wisconsin, and Mille Lacs and Red Lake in Minnesota.From the simple pleasures of fishing for walleye to the most pressing questions about how this species survives, this book is the best word on this beautiful fish of the dark.
Wally: The Life of a Punny Bunny
by Molly ProttasA playful book of puns from the Instagram megastar rabbit, @wally_and_molly.Described as a cross between a poodle and a pom-pom, Wally is an English angora rabbit with giant, wing-like ears, fluffy bellbottom paws, and a twinkling smile. His owner Molly brought him home on New Year&’s Day in 2015. Since then, he has become a veritable Internet sensation thanks not only to his adorable stature, but also to his humorous voice. In WALLY, you'll learn about his thoughts, feelings, and hobbies, offering witty puns on a number of topics from riding a "chew chew train" to singing "carrot-oke" and showing off his &“furrow-cious&” dance moves. Photography that highlights his sweet personality is paired with a simple yet fun design to make this book irresistible for kids and adults alike.
Wally
by Judie Wolkoff[From the back cover:] "Dinosaurs live today! Or that's what Michael thinks when he sees his friend's lizard-the pet. The animal turns out to be only a chuckwalla, but when Michael is asked to take care of "Wally" for a few weeks, he just cannot resist. There is just one catch--Michael knows his mother would never agree. So, with the zany help of his brother, Roger, Michael smuggles Wally into the house and sets up a mini desert in his closet. All's well until Michael forgets to put Wally in his box, and his sister wakes up screaming, " A DRAGON JUST WALKED ON ME!" That's only the beginning. Michael and Roger die a thousand deaths until, believe it or not, Wally becomes a hero!"
Wally Does Not Want a Haircut
by Amanda DriscollA bright barnyard tale from the author of Duncan the Story Dragon about facing your fears (and a pair of shears), and learning that a hug from your mama can make just about anything seem possible. Wally does not need a haircut. His hair is perfectly fine. Sure, it trips him up a tad and gathers a bit of greenery. But Wally does NOT want a haircut. He doesn&’t even want one after his mama and their barnyard friends show off their own fun new &’dos. But when his unruly hair holds him back from the hoedown, he might have to reconsider."Full of terrific vocabulary that is not watered down for the audience, and the brightly painted, full-page illustrations are appealing and comical. Full of alliteration, rhyme, and onomatopoeia, this humorous and cheerful picture book will be a fun read-aloud for the younger crowd."--School Library Journal
Wally the World's Greatest Piano-Playing Wombat
by Ratha TepWally was the world's greatest piano-playing wombat—until he realized there was an even more talented piano-playing wombat in town! This funny picture book's bright colors and imaginative musical scenes teach children to have self-confidence when faced with competition. When Wally, the world's greatest piano-playing wombat, hears Wylie play, he becomes envious. Wally tries toe-tapping and ball-twirling as he plays piano, but every time Wally thinks he's one-upping the competition, he discovers Wylie can do all the same tricks. Although Wally is discouraged at first, he soon realizes that competing with Wylie inspires them both to play better. And finding a friend to share what you love? That's the best win of all. Both affirming and motivating, Wally's story will resonate with young readers as they learn how to deal with competition and to do what makes them happy—even when they're not the very best.
Wally's World: Life with Wally the Wonder Dog
by Marsha BoultonIt takes about sixty-three days to make a litter of puppies, but sixty-three years later the people who loved those puppies remember the dogs they became. When a puppy that fit into a baseball cap entered bestselling author and shepherd Marsha Boulton's life she had no idea he was really a rambunctious kid in a dog suit. Wally (named after the poet Wallace Stevens), a loopy-nosed bull terrier whose face looked like a bicycle seat with eyes, became more of an experience than a dog from the moment he arrived at Lambs' Quarters Farm. He proved to be a valuable hand on the farm and an even more valuable companion. The spoiled, personality-loaded, soccer-playing pup quickly developed a penchant for high-thread-count linens, organic beef, and gourmet cooking. Life was good. Then all hell broke loose. An intense legal battle engulfed Marsha's partner, Stephen, and plunged the couple into a punishing, decade-long struggle. During that time Marsha was also diagnosed with cancer. With his indomitable spirit and wild enthusiasms, Wally's unrelenting appetite for life and carpe diem attitude renewed the couple's ability to step outside themselves and gave them the strength and perspective they needed to persevere. Whether playing class clown at puppy school or looking up the skirts of judges at dog shows, Wally the Wonder Dog ensured that serious laughter was a daily routine. Wally's World is a raucous memoir, a roller-coaster ride with an irrepressible partner in paws who is impossible to forget.
The Walnut Cup (Elliot's Park #3)
by Patrick CarmanThe Walnut Cup, the only American stop on the World Squirrel Soccer League tour, is taking place in Elliot's Park this year! Teams are arriving from around the globe, and excitement's running high. But when the game ball (a perfectly round walnut) goes missing, it's up to Elliot and the rest of the gang to get it back! Loaded with a great story, a hilarious cast of characters, extra activities, park tips, and more, this latest Elliot's Park story is an irresistible read for boys and girls!
Walrus in the Basement (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 1)
by Neil Fairbairn David OpieNIMAC-sourced textbook
Walrus in the Bathtub
by Deborah UnderwoodA first, worst impression leads to a lasting friendship in this hilarious picture book romp from the author of the New York Times bestselling Cat series and The Quiet Book.Things you'd expect to find in the bathtub:1. Soap bubbles 2. Rubber duckies 3. ShampooThings you don't expect to find in the bathtub:1. WALRUSAs it turns out, once a walrus settles in for a nice long soak, it's pretty darn hard to get him out. What's a family to do? This silly-sweet story will keep readers giggling as a family tries--and tries again!--to evict their unexpected houseguest... before finally realizing why he's there in the first place.
Walrus (Nature's Children)
by Tom JacksonDescribes the physical features, habits, and habitat of this Arctic animal known for its tusks.
Walt Disney Picture Presents The Prince And The Pauper
by Fran ManushkinThe story of the prince and the pauper as told with the help of Walt Disney characters.
Walt Disney's Cougar: A Fact-Fiction Nature Story (Walt Disney's Animal Adventures)
by Rutherford MontgomeryThe twin cougar cubs, Tawny and Chimbica, blinked in the spring sunshine at the entrance of the den they shared with their mother. They could not know that in the mountain wilderness that lay before them they would one day play a desperate game of life and death with a man whose rifle and trained team of hunting dogs had brought down many a marauding cougar . . . including their own father. Charlie Winters, the State Hunter, charged with protecting the lives and property of ranchers and sheepherders did not foresee that he would soon be matching wits with two snarling cougars among the jagged ridges of the high country. At the camp of a lonely sheepherder, the paths of hunter and hunted cross at last. The ensuing chase moves with breathtaking speed to a climax as sudden as a rifle’s crack, followed by the promise of new life and new adventure. The young reader will thrill to this fast-moving tale of life in the high wilderness, where nature’s never-ending struggle draws heightened excitement from the grandeur of its setting.
Walt Disney's Dumbo On Land, On Sea, in the Air
by Jerry WaltersAfter the circus train's engine breaks down, Dumbo leads his circus animal pack to a ship, a helicopter, and then land vehicles so that they can all make it to the next show.